PROFESSIONAL FILM TRANSFER EQUIPMENT:

The Cine-TranzPRO has been developed in response to requests from commercial film transfer companies requirements for a system capable of producing professional level results. We originally entered the market with the standard Cine-Tranz system that was specifically targeted towards the domestic home market, giving people the opportunity to perform their own film conversions. While performing very well and being distributed worldwide, this system did not meet the demanding specifications required by the commercial sector.

The Cine-TranzPRO now offers a level of quality normally only achievable using frame scanner equipment. The use of a large 200mm condenser lens in conjunction with an optical quality front surface mirror can now focus almost any good quality digital camera directly onto the tiny 8mm or 16mm film as it is being projected. Our system includes a modified projector which is specially calibrated to work with the precision optical components, providing images so clear that the grain of the film emulsion comes into focus. Results achieved with the Cine-TranzPRO are comparable with frame by frame scanning. View a side by side comparison on our Technical Info page. Pricing for the Cine-TranzPRO system starts at AUD$1500.00

HOW IT ALL WORKS:

The heart of the Cine-TranzPRO is the assembly that includes a 200mm condenser lens and front surface mirror. This optical arrangement effectively allows the camera to focus directly onto the film as it is being projected, providing an extremely clear transfer of the film. Because the camera will be pointing directly into the projector lens through the magnification of the condenser lens the projector light source needs to be modified.

These modifications include the removal of the high wattage lamp which has been replaced with a low wattage LED cluster lamp. The heat shield has also been removed and replaced with a white diffuser for even distribution of light. Heat damage to film is no longer an issue with the new lighting system.

The lens system has a very precise focal length so alignment of all the components in the chain need to be calibrated correctly for optimum performance. Alignment of these components is performed in our workshop with all items fitted to a base board to maintain the correct optical geometry. This system can be used under normal room lighting conditions as long as no strong source of direct light falls onto the mirror or condenser lens. All projectors have fully variable speed control to synchronize projection speed with the camera capture speed.

CINE-TRANZ STANDARD - DIY UNIT

Also available is the standard Cine-Tranz transfer system for just AUD$185.00. While not delivering the image transfer quality of the PRO unit, this is still an excellent way to transfer just a small collection of films at an affordable price. If your requirements do not demand the very highest professional quality then take a look at the Cine-Tranz Standard. You will need your own projector when using the standard Cine-Tranz. The standard Cine-Tranz uses the same high quality mirror as that used in the PRO unit above, but has a small white projection screen rather than the large 200mm lens system. The screen material does tend to soften the projected image slightly but still produces excellent if not professional results. CLICK HERE to view a sample transfer using the standard Cine-Tranz unit.

CINE-TRANZ DOLLY CAMERA TRACKING SYSTEM

The Cine-Tranz DOLLY is possibly the most versatile portable camera dolly system available in Australia, utilizing a precision linear tracking bearing and rail system. Linear motion is effortless with sufficient resistance to provide a smooth tracking action with consistent speed. Weighing in at just 6kg with a total travel distance of 1080mm (42½”) the Cine-Tranz DOLLY system offers a portable solution to attain stunning short run filming sequences.

The track and linear bearing plate are fixed together, eliminating the chance of expensive camera equipment being knocked off the track. The track and bearings system is designed to support camera rigs up to 40kg while still maintaining a smooth effortless linear movement. The Cine-Tranz DOLLY system is custom made up to lengths of 2 meters. The base unit described here is AUD$590.00.